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WGN is apologizing for airing a meme of Kyle Shanahan as Mitch McConnell during a news segment on the NFL head coach's recovery from a recent car crash ... telling TMZ the epic screwup was NOT malicious.

The station tells TMZ ... "On Wednesday's 'WGN Morning News Show' sports segment, we mistakenly aired a photo of Kyle Shanahan, coach of the San Francisco 49ers. The photo was an internet meme and not authentic, and we apologize for making the error. It was not intentional."

WGN's apology comes as the network continues to get dragged online.

"Alaskan Bush People" star Gabriel Brown and his wife, Raquell, have separated after seven years of marriage ... TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Raquell left Gabe sometime in the spring. Their relationship had been under strain for some time, and the couple has been living apart ever since.

Our sources say financial pressures and disagreements over Gabe's priorities created distance between them.

We're told Raquell increasingly felt Gabe was emotionally absent in their relationship ... and he often prioritized members of his extended family over her and their three children.

Luigi Mangione is not happy with prosecutors in his state trial ... he says they're doing too much to limit the number of people in court ... and he wants the proceedings broadcast live on air.

Luigi's lawyers sent a letter to Judge Carro on Friday ... and it's clear Luigi is mad that the state plans to partially exclude the public and the press from his trial.

A source close to the case … “The DA’s office never chooses which journalists attend the trial — and they won’t do that in this case either.”

According to the letter, Luigi has a big issue with the fact that the court and the District Attorney plan to hand-pick the reporters who are allowed to attend the trial.

Utah beauty queen Brynn Carnesecca died by suicide just weeks before she was due at her next pageant ... and it's a shock to those who knew her, because we're told she was seemingly doing well in therapy.

A close friend of Brynn tells TMZ ... she had recently been enjoying her therapy and even felt she was "doing a lot better," making her suicide even more surprising. The friend tells us they knew about her struggles ... but never realized they were that bad.

The companion saw Brynn just a few weeks ago, where they shared laughs and watched the sunset together. The friend describes the journalist and pageant queen as "a light that was so bright" who brought good energy to those around her.

Prosecutors have reached a plea deal with Courtney Clenney in the stabbing death of her boyfriend, TMZ has learned.

Court records obtained by TMZ show Courtney reached a plea deal in the criminal case accusing her of fatally stabbing Christian Obumseli in Miami-Dade County.

The OnlyFans model's lawyer, Frank Prieto, confirmed the deal to TMZ.

She was facing life in prison on a murder charge.

As we reported ... Courtney killed Christian during an altercation in their Miami high-rise back in 2022 ... she claimed self-defense.

Donna Mills says if her fans wanna see an older woman strip down and pose for some sexy pics, she might just give them what they want ... though she promises to keep it tasteful on OnlyFans.

The 85-year-old "Knots Landing" actress joined us on "TMZ Live" Friday to talk about embarking on her OF journey ... and we had to ask what type of content she plans on sharing with her subscribers.

Donna says her fans will get a look at the behind-the-scenes of her life ... as well as some never-before-released content from over the years ... including spreads she says weren't totally nude, but definitely have some sex appeal.

Brittney Griner has filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle -- the woman who stood by her when she was locked up in Russia -- after eight years of marriage.

The WNBA star filed the divorce petition Thursday ... and lists July 24 as the date of separation. She says their marriage is "irretrievably broken."

Brittney and Cherelle -- who share one child together -- tied the knot back in June of 2018 ... and remained together during the 10 months Brittney spent in a Russian prison.

Blueface says he and his girl don't have sex now that she's pregnant ... because her baby bump is getting in the way of a good time.

The rapper had Adam22 and Lena the Plug on his Kick stream Thursday, where he said -- with Nevaeh Akira sitting right next to him -- "she's big as f***."

Nevaeh, who's expecting their first child together, told the couple that she doesn't get pleasure from her man while she's pregnant, adding ... "He goes and gives it to somebody else."

Adrien Broner is firing back at his alleged sexual battery victim … claiming her "one-sided" lawsuit is full of "unproven allegations" ... TMZ has learned.

The boxer's lawyer, Richard L. Cooper, tells TMZ ... "We are aware of the civil complaint that has been filed. Mr. Broner unequivocally denies the allegations and intends to vigorously defend himself in court."

Adrien's lawyer said he was confident the facts and evidence will show the claims are without merit. He asked that the public not jump to conclusions and wait for the outcome in court.

Today marks 4 years since Mackenzie Shirilla murdered Dominic Russo and Davion Flanagan in a car crash ... and one victim's family member is still reeling.

Dom's sister Christine posted a long Instagram message ... saying she "f***ing hates this day" while talking about how much the 20-year-old was beloved.

She says ... "I want to sleep through today. Four years since my world shattered into pieces that will never fit back together."

Brittney Griner's wife seemed to have no idea a divorce was imminent ... or at least she was hiding the info well ... because she posted pics of their seemingly happy family weeks before the pair separated.

Cherelle Griner shared a bunch of pics and vids on July 1 for her 33rd birthday ... and the snaps are full of friends, fun and her fam -- including a photo where she held tightly to Brittney, their faces bunched together.

In a video, the two hold their son -- who was born in 2024 -- in front of a fish tank at an aquarium. Another clip shows the pair giggling as they do a skincare routine together.

Bebe Rexha and NBA star Jordan Clarkson are raising eyebrows after spending a packed Monday together in New York City ... starting with an art session and ending the night at a Vogue bash.

Photos posted by New York Vintners show Bebe and Jordan getting creative alongside artist Leopoldo Gout. In one shot, Jordan strikes a playful pose in front of a massive, brightly colored abstract painting as Bebe smiles behind him.

Another photo shows the trio posing with the finished artwork. Jordan towers over Bebe and Leopoldo with his arm around the singer, while the artist holds up a paint-covered hand.

Nolan Wells' mom made it clear Friday that the family will never stop fighting for justice for the late teen ... saying, "Your life matters to us."

Christine Wells-Wonsley posted on Instagram, remarking on how blessed the family was to love the 18-year-old ... a heartbreaking message in the midst of so many unanswered questions about his mysterious death.

Christine says ... "Your father and I will always fight for you. Your life matters to us. There’s not a moment that goes by that we aren’t thinking of you. We are truly blessed to have you as a son. We all love you so much 🩵. #JusticeForNolanWells #Forever18"

Ian Diaz's wife begged a federal judge to show him mercy before he was sentenced to more than a decade behind bars ... warning his imprisonment would tear apart their family and devastate their young son ... TMZ has learned.

In an April 2023 letter obtained by TMZ, Amy asked the court for leniency and revealed she and Ian shared a 5-year-old son. The letter was filed with Ian's sentencing materials.

Amy described Ian as a hands-on father who picked their son up from school almost every day, helped with his homework, played games with him and was teaching him chess.

Dalton Gomez wasn't sweating Ariana Grande's new album ... instead of waiting around for it to drop, he spent his precious time taking Maika Monroe to the movies.

Ariana's ex-husband and his actress girlfriend were snapped on a date Thursday -- hours before Ari's album "Petal" dropped -- wrapping their arms around each other outside a movie theater.

The realtor and the "Reminders of Him" actress snacked on a pretzel and sipped on a drink ... because what's a summer movie date without a couple refreshments.

PK Kemsley is firing back at Dorit Kemsley's claim that she needed to spend more than $700K on clothes for "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" ... he says Bravo never required her to live in designer labels.

According to court docs obtained by TMZ, PK argues reality TV is all about following cast members' actual lives ... and he claims production did NOT mandate Dorit spend lavishly on clothing, jewelry, handbags, glam, or stylists.

PK calls the wardrobe and glam expenses personal lifestyle choices rather than legitimate job requirements ... arguing many of the items could also be worn when cameras weren't rolling.